Valentina Duca, a postdoctoral researcher specializing in 7-8th century East-Syriac mysticism, dives into the life of Isaac of Nineveh, a pivotal 7th-century monk. They discuss how suffering and human weakness are essential in the spiritual journey, transforming personal struggles into paths towards deeper faith. Duca highlights Isaac's teachings on 'bearing' life's challenges, merging monastic wisdom with modern psychological insights. She also emphasizes compassion and the significance of recognizing our limitations in deepening our relationship with the divine.